You arrive through a meandering country road, surrounded by a volcanic mountain range and a dwarf-forest, a rare habitat within the Costa Rican tropical dry forest.
Once within the 500+ acre private reserve, you are allured into a canyon where a thermo-mineral river flows strong and trees grow 10 times taller than those on the parched earth above.
Upon arrival you will be received by the Rio Perdido Team with a refreshing beverage.
Next, we change into clothing more appropriate for the day´s activities at the Rio Perdido dressing rooms.
We will begin with a scenic hike on one of the main trails, guided by one of our guides. As part of the hike, visitors will have the opportunity to swim in different parts on the crystal-clear river.
At river´s edge multiple springs convert a cool stream into the soothing thermal river, with temperatures ranging from 90 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit.
After a visit to the springs, an authentic Guanacaste culinary experience awaits you at the restaurant.
You will find thermal pools with a private swim-up bar, hanging bridge, a panoramic view of the dry-forest and volcanic range.
This area is covered in gigantic tombstone-like volcanic rocks that tell of a cataclysmic eruption that occurred thousands of years ago, a scene unlike anything you will see elsewhere in Costa Rica or anywhere else in the world.
Tour Includes:
A/C WiFi Transportation and bilingual driver
Welcome cocktail Full access to our mineral rivers, including all of the hot springs to swim
Use of the beautiful tailored trails as well as the more rustic paths in the reserve
Access to our thermal mineral pools at the clubhouse Use of the hanging bridges and the lookout platforms
Our always-inspired buffet, select beverages, and purified spring water.
What to wear: T-shirt, long pants, cap, athletic shoes, long hair pulled into a tight pony tail or braids, shorts, swimsuit, tevas or wet-proof shoes, camera and extra change of clothes
Location: Rincon de la Vieja Volcano
Departure Time: 6:30am
Return: around 5:00pm
Price: $150 per person
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas

White Water Rafting: A river float on the Corobicì River is an amazing and unique way to connect your family with Mother Nature.
The other option not too far away is the level 3/4 Tenorio River for some real rafting. This will put your adventurous skills to the test. Located 2 hours away from Tamarindo.
Includes round trip overland transportation, Private Bilingual Guide and Lunch
Departure Time: 6:30am
Return: around 5:00pm
Price $130 per person (based on a minimum of 4 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas

Turtle Tour: On this tour we will show the whole nesting process of two of the eight species of sea turtles in the world. (Leatherbacks and Pacific Green Turtle)
From the moment the turtles come out of the water to how they build their nest and lay their eggs and of course the moment when the baby turtles start hatching.
(Available from October through May)
Pick up time: Depending on tides
Price: $45 per person
Return time: 3-4 hours later
*** Please inquire for availability

Catamaran/Sunset/Snorkeling: Sail aboard a 66ft luxury catamaran along the golden coast of Guanacaste! They will throw anchor in a cove for you to jump in the water to explore the local marine life.
Captain and crew will do the best to make this trip the memory of a lifetime. Music, open bar, finger food, fruits, chips, dips, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be served during the entire tour.
After the snorkeling session you will be watching the sunset while slowly cruising back to Tamarindo, you also have a good chance to see dolphins and turtles.
Pick-up time: 1:15 pm in front of El Pescador Restaurant
Duration: 4-5 hours
What to bring: Bathing towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and camera
Price $85 per person
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas

Motor Boat/Snorkeling: A thirty minute drive away from Tamarindo is Playa Flamingo where the boat departures to the Catalina Islands a volcanic rock formation a few miles offshore.
This is the only tour were you will have the chance to snorkel in two different locations alongside divers.
Includes: Round trip transportation from your hotel, snorkel gear, bottled water & ice tea, fruits & cookies
Pick-up time: From your hotel at 6:45 am
Duration: 4-5 hours
What to bring: Bathing suit, sun block, towel and sandals (Optional: Hat and sunglasses)
Price per person
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.

Scuba Diving: Regardless if you are an experienced diver or have never dove in your life this is one on a life time opportunity to explore the extensive marine life on the Northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica.
First Time Diving? Not a problem! If you are not a certified diver you can still go diving! This is what we call a Resort Course (or Discovery Course)
Prior to diving in the ocean you get to do a 20-30 minutes pool practice with full dive gear, and once you dive in the ocean you will be supervised by a dive master at all times.
The maximum depth of the dive is 40ft.
Rate: pp including boat ride, tanks, BCD, wetsuit, fins & masks.
Two tank dive at the Catalinas:
For certified divers we offer a two tank dive at a local rock formation located a few miles off the Flamingo Coast. We will dive in two different locations with an interval of approximately 45 minutes between dives.
Including boat ride, tanks, BCD, wetsuit, fins & masks
Taking It Seriously? You can also get an Open Water Certification in as little as four days! On the first day of the course you will get a pool demonstration & practice. On the second day the focus is on theoretical testing. On the third day you will get to dive in the ocean in 40ft depth and on the fourth and last day you will be getting your open water certificate that will allow you to dive in 60ft to 80ft deep waters.
Rate: Depending on number of participants (Please inquire)

Come and join us on a beautiful hike through the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park.
This guided hike will take us along the Pailas Trail which runs along a river bed rich in wildlife such as howler monkeys, white faced monkeys, Coatis, Toucans, etc...
We will get a chance to observe volcanic activities for example the famous fumaroles, mud pot and steam geysers.
We will also cross small streams where you will have the chance refresh yourself or you can swim by a beautiful waterfall.
After all this hiking we will probably have worked up quite an appetite and so we will be able enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch Buffet Style.
To top off this perfect day we will go relax in the natural hot springs of the nearby Caño Negro River
Includes: Round trip transportation, bilingual guide, National Park entrance fee and Costa Rican Style lunch and entrance to Caño Negro Hot Springs.
What to bring: Hiking shoes, Insect repellent, bathing suit and extra change of clothes
Price $130 per person (based on a minimum of 2 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.

Only one hour and thirty minutes away from Tamarindo is Palo Verde National Park, the largest wetlands in Central America and home to over 200 species of migratory birds among other fauna such as Crocodiles, monkeys and Iguanas.
Its importance is such, that it was added to the world patrimonial list of Ramsar.
A two hour boat ride will take you to the riverbanks and to river’s edge where often white faced monkeys will approach the boat and where you can observe the plethora of birds that have come here to flee the cold weather up North (who can blame them?)
If you are a bird and nature lover, this is the place for you to visit. Once we get off the boat you will be served a delicious Costa Rican dish at a local restaurant.
We offer the option to include a visit to the pottery village of Ortega where you can purchase some locally handcrafted pottery and therewith support the local artisans
Includes round trip transportation, 2 hour boat ride, bilingual tour guide, Costa Rican style lunch, refreshments, free demonstration of pottery history and manufacturing,
Pick up time: 7:00am
Duration: 6-7 hours
What to bring: Tennis shoes or sandals light clothes (shorts), sun block, hat, camera (binoculars) and bug spray
Tip: We highly recommend this excursions for young families and nature lovers
Price $100 per person (based on a minimum of 2 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.

No visit to Costa Rica is complete without visiting the tropical cloud forest of Montverde.
This town is located approximately 4 hours away from Tamarindo and was founded by Quakers from the United States whose pacifist values led them to defy the American draft during the Korean War.
Because of the plentiful rain and humidity you will find trees covered with orchids, bromeliads, ferns, moss and vines and the canopy is extremely rich with birds, insects, butterflies and thousands of plants.
The Canopy Tour is considered one of the best in the whole country and once you are done with the zip lining and have walked the famous Hanging Bridges you will have worked up an appetite and lunch will be served.
After lunch, enjoy a relaxing walk through the butterfly garden where you can see all stages in the life of a butterfly meanwhile they freely fly around you, the most impressive one being the Blue Morpho a species native to Central America.
One of the most impressive visits is the one to the humming bird area where you can get to see hundreds of those very delicate and beautiful birds feeding up close and if you are lucky you will get to touch them
At 3 pm we will take you to visit a local coffee farm where you will be shown the whole procedure from growing coffee to brewing this beverage. And of course you get to sit down to enjoy a real cup of coffee!
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Hanging Bridges, Zip Lining, Butterfly Farm, Humming birds and Coffee Tour
Departure Time: 5:00 am
Return: 9-10 pm
Price: $190 per person (minimum of 4 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.

A 2 hour drive we will get us to the Miravalles Volcano where our horses will be waiting so we can do a horseback ride to a trail that will take us through the rainforest to look for wildlife.
Along the way we will pass by a total of 5 waterfalls. At one of them you get the chance to swim in it. This trail has duration of around 45 minutes and then 30 minutes back on the horses where our van will take us to a very delicious Costa Rican lunch called a “Casado”.
After lunch we will get to do a Crater walk. You might wonder what this is. Right there we will be walking on one of the 7 different craters that this awesome volcano has to offer. Is around a 30 minute hike looking for boiling waters of different temperatures, different types of minerals, smells, and volcanic mud.
All this will end at a natural pool of volcanic mud, where once you get into your swimming suit you will be able to lather it on your body and face. This volcanic mud is known for its medicinal properties on it and will help your skin rejuvenate!
Once the mud is rinsed off you can relax in the natural hot springs at the end of the day before we head back home.
Includes: Ground transportation to and from, bilingual guise, horseback riding, lunch, entrance to the park with the hot springs and lunch.
Departure: 6:30 am
Return: 5-6 pm
$ 150 per person (based on a minimum of 2 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.

You will be picked up at your hotel and driven to Huacas, a little town close to Playa Conchal, a beautiful white sand beach on the Gold Coast of Guanacaste.
After a 15 minute drive, we arrive to the home of a local family where you will be greeted as part of the family and get the opportunity to share some of the local traditions with them. Watch the mother making authentic homemade tortillas on a traditional wood burning stove, enjoy a cup of freshly poured Costa Rican coffee, taste some homemade cheese and learn about our customs.
After the introduction to the family the adventure begins!
The first part will be a horseback ride through small towns, where you will be able to enjoy great views, talk to locals, observe how they live and work.
Halfway, there will be a restroom stop at a local “soda” (traditional restaurant) to enjoy some refreshments. The last part of the horseback ride will end on one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches: Playa Conchal (Shell Beach)
As soon as we arrive there you will be handed a scented cold towel, bottled water and some fresh fruit.
After that you will have some time off for either snorkeling or swimming. We have snorkel gear ready for you all included!
Duration: 2 hours
What to wear/bring: long pants (jeans) tennis shoes, a change of clothes, swimwear, sunscreen and towels
Price per person

Spend a full day at Hacienda Guachipelin a former cattle farm transformed into a modern adventure center.
Our horses will take on a trail through tropical dry woods where you can see a great variety of birds, mammals, reptiles etc.
After the horseback riding we get ready for the tubing adventure. Our guides will give you a short safety briefing before you start your downstream river float on inner tubes.
You will navigate through the rapids of the crystal clear Río Negro River and at times you will feel the rush of your adrenaline when the waters get a little bit more turbulent.
After all this excitement on the water you will have worked up an appetite…guaranteed! A very tasty typical Costa Rican meal will be awaiting you back at the Hacienda.
Then the adventure continues. We go zip lining! Again our guides will brief you about safety precautions before we head out to the first platform from where we launch ourselves over treetops and through a very impressive canyon that was sculpted through erosion millions of years ago.
This canopy tour also includes rappelling, rock climbing, Tarzan swings, via ferrata and hanging bridges. The last and most relaxing part of this day is the visit to the natural hot springs mud treatment. You'll find seven pools with thermal waters originated from the volcanic hot springs, crystal clear and all natural for the source is nearby, refilling the pools all the time with fresh water.
Departure Time: 6:30am
Return: Between 6:00 – 7pm
What to bring: Comfortable clothes and shoes, insect repellent, camera, binoculars, swimsuit, towel, a change of clothes and sun block lotion.
Price: $150 per person (based on a minimum of 2 people)
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo, Playa Grande.

Estuary Tour: Enjoy a two hour boat ride inside the Tamarindo National Wildlife Refuge Las Baulas.
This National Park offers an incredible variety of watering birds, Crocodiles, Monkeys, Iguanas and five different species of Mangrove growth.
On this boat ride you will be able to see a lot of local fauna all within minutes from Tamarindo.
Departure time: depending on tides.
Includes: Pick up at your hotel / house, Park entrance fee, two hour boat tour, bilingual guide, fresh fruits and bottled water
What to bring: Sun Block Lotion, Comfortable Clothing, Bug Spray, sunglasses and Camera
Price per person

This excursion is locally operated and only a few minutes away from Tamarindo. Maximum driving time is 20 minutes.
Tickle your Adrenalin when zipping above the tree tops through the dry tropical forest of the Guanacaste Province.
This Canopy Tour operation consists of 8 Zip lines and 10 platforms
Departure times: 8:00 am, 11:00 am and 2:30 pm
This rate includes overland round trip transportation, certified bilingual guides, cold water and a fruit snack.
Price per person

Located a two hour drive from Tamarindo Buena Vista Lodge is located at the lush slopes of the Rincon de la Vieja volcano.
On this excursion you can enjoy the impressive views over the cattle plains of the province of Guanacaste riding a horse where the cows graze and hike to a refreshing waterfall. We will take you on an exhilarating canopy tour through the tropical dry forest and then you can relax in one of the many thermal pools on the lodges’ premises.
If you need a little bit more of adrenaline you can slide on a 400mts long semi-natural water slide before you go have a buffet style Costa Rican typical lunch.
Includes: A/C WiFi ground transportation and private bilingual guide.
Departure Time: 6:30 am
Return Time: 6:00 pm (Aprox)
What to bring: Tennis shoes, change of clothes, sun block, swimsuit and bug spray
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Price: $150 per person (based on a minimum of 2 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo, Playa Grande.

This is a two hour tour where you can't get any closer to nature while you meet your wild side driving our All-Terrain Vehicles. Monkeys, Birds, Snakes are some of the animal species you might see. Creeks, jungle, beaches and mountain are the perfect portrait you'll have in your memory Is that not enough adrenalin for you?
Departure Time: Anytime between 8:30 am and 3pm
Includes pick up and drop off at your hotel / house
What to wear & bring: Light clothing, tennis shoes, sunglasses, sun block and swimsuit are recommended.
Prices: $75 one person $100 two people on the same ATV
*Children under 6 years of age with an adult are free of charge.
** For an additional $45 you can combine ATV with Zip lining (Canopy) Departure Times for ATV/Zip lining (Canopy) upon request
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo, Playa Grande.

Arenal Volcano National Park Tour
A scenic drive around the largest lake in Costa Rica will take you to lovely mountains and colorful countryside at the bottom of this active volcano.
Feel part of the jungle walking through the rain forest at the base of the perfectly conical shaped volcano. Our walk will begin at an area that was devastated by a violent eruption in 1968 and the views here are amazing!
This day will be topped off by a visit to thermal hot springs where the mineral waters are famous for their therapeutic properties to treat arthritis, skin allergies and…..stress!
Departure Time 5:30 am
Return: 10:00 pm (approximately)
Includes:
round trip ground A/C WiFi transportation, certified bilingual guide, park entrance fees, hot springs, lunch & dinner.
What to bring: Tennis shoes, change of clothes, sunblock, swimsuit and bug spray
Price: $170** per person (minimum of 4 people)
Group Discounts Available
** Add $10 pp J.W. Marriott, Westin Conchal, Flamingo and other outlying areas.